Introduction
Create a delightful bear book holder that brings charm and warmth to any reading space. This amigurumi bear is designed to hold your favorite books while adding a cozy touch to your decor.
Project Details
Skill Level: Intermediate
Finished Size: Approx. 25 cm (10 in) tall.
Materials
- Yarn (DK or light worsted recommended)
- Main color: warm beige
- Accent color: dark brown
- Black embroidery thread
- Tools: 2.5–3 mm crochet hook, polyester fiberfill, yarn needle, stitch marker
Abbreviations
MR – magic ring
sc – single crochet
inc – increase
dec – decrease (sc2tog)
sl st – slip stitch
ch – chain
FO – fasten off
Head
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
R6: (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
R7–R13: sc around (36)
Embroider eyes between R10–11. Add eyebrows above.
R14: (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
R15: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
R16: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
Stuff firmly.
R17: (1 sc, dec) ×6 (12)
R18: dec ×6 (6)
FO, close.
Snout
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: sc around (12)
Lightly stuff, flatten slightly. Sew on the face and embroider a nose and mouth.
Ears (Make 2)
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4: sc around (18)
Flatten and sew onto the head.
Body
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
R6: (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
R7–R14: sc around (36)
R15: (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
R16–R18: sc around (30)
R19: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
R20: sc around (24)
Stuff very firmly.
R22: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
R23: (1 sc, dec) ×6 (12)
R24: dec ×6 (6)
FO, close.
Legs (Make 2)
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3–R6: sc around (12)
Flatten and sew to the body.
Arms (Make 2)
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: (1 sc, inc) ×3 (9)
R3–R5: sc around (9)
R6: (1 sc, dec) ×3 (6)
R7–R18: sc around (6)
Stuff lightly.
Assembly
Sew head to body, attach ears and legs. Position arms to hug books and secure.
Final Notes
This bear book holder not only serves a practical purpose but also adds a whimsical charm to any space. Enjoy your crafting!
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